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A pair of Chinese cloisonné enamel elephant-form vases Early 20th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Metal
- height 18 1/2 in.; width 12 1/2 in.
- 47 cm; 31.8 cm
Provenance
The Collections of Lily & Edmond Safra
Sotheby's, New York, October 21, 2011, lot 942
Sotheby's, New York, October 21, 2011, lot 942
Condition
Overall good condition; minor tarnishing to gilt-metal mounts; one elephant with small losses to enamel to it's proper left front shoulder; some light surface scratches to both elephants overall; the enamel is of a very high quality.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.